Celebrate the festive season at Prinos Refuge! Perched at 1,080 meters above sea level, this mountain haven is the property of the Mountaineering Club of Heraklion. Located above Ano Asites, it offers breathtaking views of villages, mountains, the city, and the Gulf of Heraklion—especially at sunrise.

Prinos Refuge will be open from December 22, 2024, to January 6, 2025. Its warm, inviting atmosphere—complete with a crackling wood stove and a steaming pot of tea—will welcome day-trippers and overnight guests alike. Short hikes in the surrounding winter wonderland are an excellent way to stretch your legs and breathe in the crisp, clean mountain air.

Planning to visit?
Make sure to contact the Refuge Supervisor, Fanis Mamos, in advance. He can be reached on the Mountaineering Club’s phone at +30 697 153 5328 during evening hours, from 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM.

For directions, visit: www.eos-her.gr/refuge/directions
Follow the Heraklion Mountaineering Club on Facebook: facebook.com/eosheraklion
Before you go, check the refuge’s regulations: www.eos-her.gr/refuge/regulation

The best place for the most memorable holidays!

The Mountaineering Club of Chania invites mountain lovers and nature enthusiasts to spend part of the holiday season at Kallergi Refuge. The refuge will be open during the winter on the following dates, under the supervision of the Club’s Board members:

• December 14–15, 2024
• December 21–22, 2024
• December 28–29, 2024
• January 4–6, 2025

Important Notes:
Kallergi Refuge operates under the rules of the Hellenic Federation of Mountaineering and Climbing. This means that smoking, carrying food or drinks into the sleeping areas, overconsumption of alcohol, and bringing weapons, hunting trophies, or dogs are strictly prohibited.

If you plan to stay overnight, you’re encouraged to bring your own sleeping bag.

For additional details about opening hours, regulations, or other information, contact:

• +30 699 465 7751 or +30 28210 44647 (available 9:00 PM–11:00 PM, except Saturdays and Sundays).
• Visit: www.eoshanion.gr

Note: More dates for the remainder of the winter season will be announced soon.

Experience the magic of Crete’s mountains this Christmas. These refuges offer a festive and truly unique way to enjoy the holidays!

Photo: Incrediblecrete